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A Sustainable Fiber That Produces Linen Fabric.

Alternatives:

Hemp Jute

DESCRIPTION

Flax is one of the oldest and strongest natural bast fibers and is extracted from flax or linseed plants. It is stiff, crisp fiber with a natural luster. Its color usually ranges from ivory to light tan to gray

HISTORY

Flax first dates back to being used in a linen headspace in Israel 8500 years ago. Roughly 5000 years ago, both the Swiss and ancient Egyptians used flax to produce linen was also used to wrap mummies in ancient Egyptian tombs.

SUSTAINABLE BENEFIT

Flax is grown quickly and easily, requires few chemicals, and does not require irrigation during its cultivation.

BAST FIBER:

W:12-16 microns

L:25-150 mm

WASH INSTRUCTION:

[1]Machine wash white and bright linen at any temperature(Wash dark-colored linen with a lower temperature to prevent fading)[2]Do not bleach colored linen[3]Tumble dry with regular setting[4]Iron on high temperature settings

Characteristics

  • Slightly silky and lustrous
  • Durable, stiff, and crisp
  • Withstands high temperatures
  • Breathable and cool to wear in summer
  • Low elasticity
  • Pill and insect resistant
  • Absorbs and releases moisture very quickly
  • Fades under continuous sunlight
  • Hard to achieve vivid colors as it is difficult to dye and bleach
  • Softens and weakens after wash and wear
  • Prone to wrinkle
  • Anti-static
  • Biodegradable